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Newspaper
Chanute Tribune
Location
Chanute, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 09, 1961
Page
3
The Social Scene notes a public event at Werary on Sunday at 7 30 p m. The Great Books discussion group gathers for an evening of literature discussion and community engagement.
The Hannah Circle of the Women's Society of World Service at the Evangelical United Brethren church met Thursday evening at Edith Jones home. Mrs. Edna Strohm presided and the group conducted a Depth Bible Study led by Mrs. P A Swan. Refreshments were served.
The Chanute chapter of the Rainbow Division Veterans held its final meeting of the year in the Memorial building. Hosts were Mr and Mrs William N Chickadonz and Mr and Mrs George W Hansen. New officers named E R Parr president R E Davidson secretary treasurer and William N Chickadonz chaplain. Next gathering is the September 2 annual picnic.
Mrs Burris Blume of 22 Rut ter hosted Circle Three of the United Presbyterian Women on Wednesday. Mrs Vada Strean assisted and Bible study was led by Mrs B M Dunham with the lesson "Living While We Are Alive." UPW president Mrs Paul Parsons attended. next meeting is July 12 with Mrs J W Kerby at 212 S Rutter.
The Ladies Auxiliary Patriarchs Militant met Tuesday evening in Odd Fellows hall. Mrs. Nathan Hole presided and Mrs. Arthur Coonrod conducted the inspection. A joint memberial service featured 11 patri archs and 1 lady. Guests included Mrs. Ernest Beggs and others. refreshments were served and the next meeting is set for June 20.
A double birthday party was held Tuesday for Valerie Sue 8 and Natalie Ann Wells 3 at their home 502 N Evergreen. Guests included Barbara Brinkmeyer Mrs Baird Brinkmeyer Brenda Mrs Roy Roberts Humboldt Barbara Kiddoo Chris Deana Jones Steven Marts Roger Maxwell Jeffery Jackson Mrs Jerry Jones Mrs Roy Marts Mrs Lewis Maxwell and Mrs Wayne Jackson.
Mrs John Bower hosted the GIA to B of LE with Mrs Mary Nelson presiding. Letters from Mrs Belle Wilson and Mrs Grace Maguire were read. A birthday cake honored Abbie Elrod Roy Rathbun and A B Wiggans with a June 7 and 9 birthday. The group will not meet in July or August.
The Rural Homemakers Home Demonstration Unit met Thursday with Mrs. Carl Pearson at 1001 N Forest. Mrs. Robert Lopeman presided and led the recreation. The lesson titled Our Heart was given. Mrs. Beulah Griswold presided. Door prize won by Mrs. James White. Event at 1:30 p.m. at Santa Fe north shelter house with hostesses Mrs. James White and Mrs. Vernon Diedel.
Members of the Tioga Home with Mrs. Ed Hardendorf at 611 S. Central heard that Karen Kreider and Judy Kay Wilson received UNESCO essay contest recognition awards. Mrs. Larry Wilson presented the lesson "Our Heart" with Mrs. Floyd Naff assisting. Mrs. Wilson will complete the lesson.
Mrs E S Faulkner hosted the Peace and Progress Home Demonstration Unit meeting at her home with centennial dress prior to a session led by Mrs L F Erickson. A letter to the county commissioners on a Mental Health clinic was read along with thank you notes from Mrs Mary Wickey and Neo sho Memorial Hospital.
Members gathered with Mrs. John Osborn in Earlton to wear centennial dresses. Mrs. Wendell Brant presided as devotions on Faith were led by Mrs. Alva McLaren. Guests included Mrs. Leo Priddie and Mrs Grace Schmoker with photos and refreshments.
Members discussed thoughts on witnessing and heard readings on Spiritual Tongue Tired ness. Mrs. John Horton led a prayer and Mrs. Arthur Garrison read the Spiritual Tongue Tired ness article. Mrs. Garrison and Mrs. Ira Grogan reported on the Board of Managers Convention held June 1 and 2 in Kokomo Indiana. Mrs. Elmer Mathews gave closing prayers. Refreshments were served. The prayer band met beforehand.
The American Legion Auxiliary met in Memorial hall for a covered dish dinner. Robert Geiger spoke on Mental Health. A poppy sale raised 290.53. Nomination committee members named were Mrs. Floyd Yahns, Mrs. Don McCune, and Mrs. John Nation. Guests included Pam Gray, Marcia Blackston, Myrna Rains, and Geiger. Next meeting scheduled as a picnic on August 10 at Santa Fe Park.
A salad luncheon marked the end of the Grace Episcopal Church Women year as retiring board members were honored. Mrs. Dean Stone presided and thanked department chairs. newly elected officers for next year include Mrs. Stone president and several vice presidents secretaries and treasurers.
A reader asks if tipping a soup plate for the last spoonful is allowed and is advised to prefer flat spooning. The second question covers whether saying Yes instead of Hello on the phone is proper, with emphasis on a pleasant friendly tone.
A reader asks how to turn men's shirt collars without redoing a buttonhole. The answer suggests ripping at the seam between band and collar, then resewing neatly. Also advised is to avoid damaging decorations on chinware by using salt and soda instead of scouring powder to remove stains.
A column of reader questions covers back seat fighting among children and disciplinary bluff, a quit marriage dilemma with threats of barbiturates, dating a friend's ex, and advice on secrecy. The page also notes travel glimpses to Hawaii, a Humboldt Mutual Benefit Society meeting, and upcoming bridal shower plans.
Humboldt Board of Education member J R Leimenstell was chosen as representative on the county board of school planning for a unified district study. Walter H Wulf is alternate. Prairie Dell rep Lloyd Springston and Pat Close alternate. The board will meet by September 1 to form a planning subcommittee and report findings.
AP TV radio writer notes the week’s TV picks with NBCs Lawless Years featuring a four part police action plot. The piece emphasizes non re run programs as highlights and mentions the 7 30 CST airtime.
TV listings highlight ABC golf and a Moore versus Rinaldi boxing match as prime events. NBC schedules Edwin Newman hosting news with Toynbee and Dinah Shore guests, plus Meet the Press. The week features TV Guide awards, Mystery Theatre, Perry Como Hour, CBS sports and reports with Walter Lippmann.
Dr Pat Nixon returned to the University of Southern California to receive an honorary degree as a doctor of humane letters. The former vice president’s wife attended the ceremony on Thursday at her alma mater.
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